Anaphylaxis (anna-fill-AXE-is) is a severe and potentially fatal allergic reaction. The whole body is affected; it may start within seconds or minutes, or take a few hours to develop following contact with an allergen.

However there are some things that those affected by anaphylaxis can do to keep away from harm:
Know what triggers the allergy and avoid these at all times
Know how to recognise anaphylaxis
Have your treatment available at all times
Understand how and when to correctly take your medicines
Practise with a trainer device
Make friends, family and colleagues aware
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